2005 Chrysler Pacifica problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (176) · Suspension (159) · Engine (88)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
1,043 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (92)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2021-04-07 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
Power Train 2021-03-31 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Showing the 6 most recent of 92 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-06-05 · Power Train“2005 chrysler pacifica was purchased from a friend’s grandfather who kept the car garaged the car is literally like new inside and out the under carriage looks like new no rust i was impressed but had a rattling in the front end i figured it was a strut took it in to have struts and all front end parts replaced to my surprise i get a call from the …”
2023-09-02 · Unknown Or Other“engine cradle rusted out! safety risk. had replaced. never told by chrysler that it would rust out. now the steering wheel won’t move! power steering fluid full. cannot drive it. i’m a 72yo woman with cancer, no family, cannot afford expensive repairs. i need my car repaired. …”
2023-07-05 · Power Train · 73,000 mi“the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated that upon start the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to operate as needed without warning. the contact called and informed several dealers of the failure and was informed that there was a defect with the power train. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not r…”
2023-06-24 · Unknown Or Other“engine cradle,motor mount and sub frame completely rotted out. structural integrity at a total loss. vehicle is no longer road worthy. this problem chrysler is continuing to ignore is definitely hazardous for other vehicles and their occupants if catastrophic failure of the above named components were to occur while driving even at normal operating…”
2023-03-13 · Unknown Or Other · 🔥 fire“driving normally when vehicle shut off and rear of engine burst into flame. it seems multiple people have had this problem. …”
2023-02-01 · Suspension“is the subframe, engine cradle under recall for rust?…”
2022-08-01 · Power Train · 75,000 mi“the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated upon attempting to reverse out of the garage into the driveway, the gear shifter remained seized in park(p). there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the gear shifter assembly needed to be replaced. however, the …”
2022-05-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my engine in my car just shut down in the middle of driving. i was told it was a recall and was fixed yrs ago but it has happened 3 times since. twice after getting gas and one time driving in the school parking lot. lost all control of power steering and time of engine trouble. car started back up and engine light came on and went back of and back…”
2022-05-13 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 195,000 mi“the contact owns a 2005 chrysler pacifica. the contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power in the middle of the road. there were no warning lights illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure reoccurred consistently. the contact rel…”
2021-11-20 · Seats“the drivers seat adjusted itself all the way in the reclining position and will not move back. it is a safety hazard ..difficult to drive....we have not had it looked at yet...we just purchased the car a few weeks ago from a car dealer.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.